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Apple is celebrating ten years of iTunes Movies by making bundles of ten available for just $10. The bundles encompass titles from five major studios across Comedy, Drama and Action Adventure genres.

At effectively $1/ea, a lot of these top tier moves from major US studios are no-brainer purchases, if only to have something to watch on airplanes or for the kids. Head below for a breakdown of all the deals:

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It’s iPhone 7 pre-order day and all the carriers are offering promotions that will let you get a discount on your new device.

The iPhone 7 usually starts at $649 for the entry-level 32GB 4.7-inch iPhone 7 models, but all major carriers including T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, and Verizon are offering a free 32GB iPhone 7 with trade-in promo.

Sprint is also offering $100 off the 256GB model for online orders, effectively getting you the highest-capacity iPhone 7 model for the price of the 128GB model.

Here’s how it works:

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After Apple updated its Apple Watch to Series 1 and 2 yesterday, the company has dropped the prices on remaining generation Watches Modestly. However, the even bigger price drops at Best Buy and Best Buy’s Ebay store means that just about anyone can pick up an Apple Watch.

• 38mm Sport start at $171.99 for open box or $189 New
• 42mm Sport start at $198.89 open box and $219 New
• 38mm Stainless starts at $216.99 open box to $249 New

These look to be final closeouts so if you want to jump on an Apple Watch with almost all of the capabilities of the new ones (which are more water resistant and have GPS as well as a faster processor), get in quick.
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It’s not even iPhone 7 pre-order day yet and T-Mobile has already dropped an amazing deal for the updated smartphone.

New and existing customers can get an iPhone 7 for free with the trade in of an iPhone 6/6s. T-Mobile will hand you up to $650 in monthly bill credits over a 2-year time span, which covers the cost of a 32GB iPhone 7. If you’re looking at a more expensive model like one with more storage or iPhone 7 Plus, you’ll be required to “pay a little more upfront.” The effective value of this offer is well above what you can expect from traditional trade in services.

T-Mobile’s free iPhone 7 promo is slated to go live at the same time pre-orders officially open on September 9 at 12:01am PT. You can pre-register now to receive a notification as soon as the offer goes live. Once you lock in your new iPhone, all you need to do is buy a case (especially for Jet Black!) and you’ll be ready for launch day. Amazon already has a ton of options available. But if you can’t find anything you like there, then be sure check out our roundup from yesterday for more options.

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Update (9/6 8:30am): This is a new promotion from Apple that is available in its retail stores and at select online retailers. Purchasing direct from PayPal still offers a $21 savings over a digital subscription. Learn more here.

PayPal’s official eBay Store offers a 12-month subscription to Apple Music for $99 with email delivery. It usually costs $10/mo or $120 for the year. Today’s deal is the first discount that we have ever seen on an Apple Music subscription outside of student promotions. PayPal will email you a redemption code “within minutes” although it can take up to 24 hours.

Apple Music includes full access to some 30 million songs, the Beats 1 radio station, curated playlists and exclusive content. Just last night, personalized playlists began to populate for select users as a new feature. Apple Music is compatible with most devices including iPhone, iPad, Mac/PC, Android and SONOS.

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Spigen is one of the first major Apple accessory makers to start accepting orders for its new line of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus cases guaranteed to fit Apple’s new device launching next week at its Sept. 7 press event.

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Daily Steals is offering the certified-refurbished Apple 5K Retina iMac 3.5GHz/8GB/1TB (FF886LL/A) for $1499.99 shipped. That’s $269 less than what Apple charges and the lowest we can find for it. This iMac is Apple-Certified Refurbished and it is eligible for AppleCare which extends the standard factory warranty to 3 years. It features a 27-inch Retina Display with a 5120 X 2880 resolution and also has a built-in HD camera for FaceTime.

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Nomad offers its Pod portable Apple Watch battery pack in Silver for $29.99, but when you enter coupon code BTS25 at checkout your final price drops to just $22.47 shipped. Thats a substantial drop from its original price of $60. Instead of juggling a traditional USB power bank and lengthy cables while on-the-go, Nomad’s 1800mAh Pod provides a compact, all-in-one portable charging solution for your Apple Watch. During our review we found it to be a suitable solution for overcoming the disappointing 1-day battery life of Apple Watch.

The aforementioned coupon code (BTS25) will also take 25% off Nomad Plus for iPhone and Roadtrip car charger/battery with USB-C. More big discounts can be found in Nomad’s Outlet Sale.

ICYMI: Amazon has Nomad’s aluminum Apple Watch Stand on sale for $30 right now.

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Unlike nearly every other gadget, your Apple Watch is a direct reflection of your personal style. As such, its band should be as carefully considered as your belt or shoes. Sure a Milanese Loop band looks sharp when you’re dressed to the nines during at formal events, but it just isn’t as practical when working out or partying. That’s why it’s important to have several bands at your disposal. Apple offers a range of different bands, however in typical Apple fashion, they are either expensive or really expensive.

The good news is companies like Clockwork Synergy are producing top-quality Apple Watch bands at affordable prices. The better news? You can save 20% on every band the Maryland-based watch accessory maker sells right now (excluding sale items) by entering coupon code gadgetnewsonline20 at checkout.

Clockwork Synergy was catapulted into the spotlight last week when it released (and quickly sold out!) a rainbow-colored Pride Apple Watch band just like the one Apple gave its employees. But that’s not the only popular style the company sells. You’ll find a host of 38mm and 42mm Apple Watch bands include 2-piece NATO, leather and silicone. All of which qualify for today’s 20% discount and free shipping. Most of the nylon bands will only run you $20 shipped, which is significantly less than Apple’s asking price of $49.

I’d suggest grabbing this Red, White and Blue 2-Piece Classic NATO band to show your support for team USA during this year’s summer Olympics.

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If you’ve been holding out for a new standalone desktop display from Apple, you’re either going to take news of the Thunderbolt Display being discontinued as a sign of good things to come, or as a cue to finally purchase a new 4K or 5K display from someone else. For most, especially considering Apple itself is recommending you purchase a third-party display, the latter option is going to be the more likely.

While Apple didn’t recommend any specific third-party alternatives during its discontinuation announcement of the Thunderbolt display last week, we’ve done the work for you and put together our top picks for the best 4K & 5K displays for Mac available to buy right now.

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MobilePros1 (Top Rated Plus seller w/ 98% feedback rating from 121,610 respondents) via eBay Daily Deals offers Apple’s latest 12.9-inch iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular in Silver or Gold for $799.99 with free shipping plus potential tax benefits at the time of purchase for most buyers. Today’s deal is $279.01 below Apple’s asking price and a match of our previous mention. It features a 2732-by-2048 display, four speaker audio, Touch ID, Smart Connector and Apple Pencil compatibility.

Use a (very) small portion of your savings from today’s deal to buy a highly-rated protective case with auto sleep/lock functionality for as little as $10.99 Prime shipped.

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ElectronicsValley (Top Rated Plus seller w/ 99.6% feedback rating from 27,750 respondents) via eBay Daily Deals offers Apple’s recently released 13-inch MacBook Air 1.6GHz/8GB/128GB (model MMGF2LL/A) for $799.99 with free shipping plus potential tax savings at the time of purchase for most buyers. It typically sells for $999 and has never been priced lower. This MacBook is a practical choice for students and most casual laptop users. Other features include two USB 3.0 ports, Thunderbolt 2, SDXC card slot, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and dual microphones.

If you’re concerned about only having 128GB of storage, just remember you can add up to an additional 256GB at any time by leveraging the SDXC slot.

The smaller 11.6-inch MacBook Air is also on sale from ElectronicsValley. Get the latest 128GB model for $699.99 shipped (Reg. $899).

You can turn either one of these ultra-portable laptops into a full-blown desktop setup by putting your savings towards a big, Mac-friendly external monitor. Or to browse our current monitor deals, click here.

Looking for more power? Yesterday’s Retina MacBook Pro deal is still available.

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During the lead up to WWDC there was some optimism Apple would finally release a new external Display, but that hope quickly disappeared. Apple quelled all rumors last night when it announced plans to discontinue the Thunderbolt Display and recommended prospective buyers check out 3rd party options. There’s a chance Apple could release an all-new monitor at some point down the road, but given Apple’s recent shift away from professional products, it wouldn’t be surprising if we never see another display come out of Cupertino.

To that end, we’ve rounded up the best monitors available right now across all budgets for Mac users…

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Patozon via Amazon is offering a 2-Pack of Mpow Apple MFi Certified 8-Pin Lightning Cables for only $7.99 Prime shipped when you use the code DX6FXOLV at checkout. That’s $6 off the regular price and the lowest we’ve tracked for them. These MFi cables work through most cases and are backed by a Mpow 18-Month Limited Warranty. Rated 4.9/5 stars by 35 Amazon shoppers.

More accessory deals:

• KMASHI 3-Port 39W Quick Charge 2.0 USB Car Charger $7 (Reg. $10) | Amazon
  • w/ code 6WBGCZRW
• UNU Type C to Type A 3.0 Cable (3.3ft) $6 (Reg. $8) | Amazon
  • w/ code JQZ9RT8A
• Mpow Quick Charge 2.0 30W 2 Ports USB Car Charger Adapter $5 (Reg. $9) | Amazon
  • w/ code RGEREU5T
• Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Mini $10 (Orig. $80) | Daily Steals

Deals still alive from yesterday:

• Poweradd Pilot P3 High Capacity 15000mAh Power Bank $13 (Reg. $20) | Amazon
  • w/ code LZ2PXDP3
• SoLove Roco 10000mAh Dual USB External Battery Power Bank $20 (Reg. $25) | Amazon
  • w/ code VTY4ILGE
• Mpow Universal Windshield Long Arm Car Mount Holder $7 (Reg. $11) | Amazon
  • w/ code MMMNCHJN
• Solove S1 10000mAh Portable Charger $15 (Reg. $25) | Amazon
  • w/ code S727B3OJ

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When I reviewed SanDisk’s new Lightning to USB flash drive for iPhone back in April, I noted it was one of the best yet. Today the company is launching a new product that essentially offers the same functionality— extra storage for files that you can access from a companion iOS app— but in the form factor of a sleek iPhone 6/6s case.

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Daily Steals is offering the iPhone 5c (16GB GSM Unlocked) Cellular Phone (Refurb) + Free OEM Apple Case for only $99.99 shipped. That’s more than $400 off the original price of the iPhone alone and the lowest we can find for it.

The iPhone 5c has an Apple A6 1.3GHz dual-core processor, 4″ 1136×640 Retina display, 8-megapixel iSight camera, 1.2-megapixel FaceTime HD camera, 1080p video capture, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, and iOS 8.

NOTE: This phone is unlocked for Verizon and GSM networks (such as Verizon, AT&T and T-mobile). Please check with your carrier to make sure that they can support this device.

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LeBron James has been endorsing Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless Headphones for years and he just brought Cleveland its first major sports championship in more than 50 years. Coincidence? Most likely! But that doesn’t change the fact that they are still great looking and sounding headphones. Right now you can get them from Amazon in Red, Flash Blue (Active Collection), Shock Yellow (Active Collection) and Siren Red (Active Collection) on sale for $119.99 with free shipping. Alternatively, Best Buy also offers the same discounted price on a few additional colors like Black and White. As a price comparison, they carry a list price of $200 and usually sell for around $150.

I’m partial to the Shock Yellow model since it matches perfectly with most of the latest athletic fashion trends. These headphones feature wireless Bluetooth connectivity (up to 30-ft), 6-hour rechargeable battery, RemoteTalk, and are IPX4 sweat resistant. Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars from more than 4,000 Amazon reviewers.

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A startup called Pearl Automations is today launching preorders for a new accessory that adds a rearview backup camera to just about any car using an iPhone or other smartphone as a monitor. The company is notably made up of a large group of ex-Apple engineers and the accessory is just the first in a line of products it plans that will add various smartphone connectivity features to vehicles.

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Best Buy is offering the Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Apple Watch 42mm Sport Smartwatch in Space Gray (MJ3T2LL/A) for $225.99 shipped. That’s $123 off the regular price at Best Buy for this watch in new condition and the lowest we’ve seen for a 42mm model.

It comes with an aluminum case and features: Ion-X glass display, heart rate sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, microphone, speaker, 802.11n wireless, and Bluetooth 4.0. A 90-day warranty also applies. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products are “thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away.”

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The reality is, Apple’s pricing strategy for its Watch Bands is pretty ludicrous. We can’t recommend paying that kind of money when there are cost-effective alternatives for nearly every style available at Amazon. After all, you came to gadgetnewsonline for a deal, right?

We’ve already broken down the benefits of third-party Sport and Milanese bands in our previous review. Today, I’m taking a look at a Leather Loop option from OULUOQI that clocks in at just $24…

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Adorama’s official eBay store is offering the Dell (S2415H) 23.8-inch 1080p LED Monitor for $149.99 shipped. That’s $100 off the original list price, $18 less than Amazon’s current low and the best we can find.

This monitor has two 3W integrated speakers for “crisp full audio” and has an ultra-narrow bezel that improves your widescreen experience. It also has an HDMI input and with power saving features such as Power Nap, you can help minimize your power consumption. Rated 4.4/5 stars by 167 Amazon customers.

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B&H is offering the Pebble Steel Smartwatch for iOS and Android devices for only $79.95 shipped. That’s $45 off the original list price, $20 less than Amazon’s listing and the lowest we’ve seen.

This smartwatch lets you get email, texts, incoming calls, calendars and access your favorite apps on your wrist. You can also control your music with iTunes, Spotify, Pandora and more. “Discover thousands of apps and watch faces to customize Pebble Steel to fit your life.” Rated 3.9/5 stars from over 800 Amazon customers. B&H also offers $60 – $200 off select Apple Watches with potential tax benefits. The 42mm watch in a Space Black Stainless Steel Case and Black Sport Band can be had for only $399 shipped. As a bonus it also includes a free Mophie dock with your purchase. That’s $200 off and the lowest we’ve seen. For some more Apple Watch deals check out our previous roundup for more options.

Also be sure to check out our Spigen Apple Watch Dock on sale for $7 today only.

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Best Buy and T-Mobile are each offering interesting iPhone promotions today, netting a few different freebies with the purchase of select devices. There is a little leg-work required in each instance but it’s likely worth it if you’re after a new device.

Starting at Best Buy, you can pick up a LifeProof FRĒ case when you purchase or lease and activate an iPhone 6/s/Plus for $1 on Verizon Wireless or Sprint. Simply visit this page and add a case to your cart, then head over to the iPhone landing page and choose a device. A two-year commitment is required, full terms and conditions can be found below.

Switching to T-Mobile, customers that purchase an iPhone via the Equipment Installment Plan will receive a free iPhone SE 16GB. After completing the sign-up, you’ll need to head over to this page and enter coupon code JUNE16IPHONEBOGO while filling out the rebate form. Your credit will come in the form of a prepaid Mastercard within eight months. There are a few details here, including that one phone must be activated on a new line. Yes, there are a lot of details here, but if you’re looking to make the switch, it’s a nice deal.

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(Update 6/2 11:15am): Guarantee Cellular (Top Rated Plus seller w/ 97.7% feedback rating from 111,271 respondents) via eBay Daily Deals has Apple’s 12.9-inch 128GB iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular in refurbished condition for $649.99 shipped. That’s $429.01 below list price and $150 better than the current deal (below) for it. Eligible for 30-day money back guarantee.

MobilePros1 (98% feedback rating from 119,717 respondents) via eBay offers Apple’s 12.9-inch 128GB iPad Pro with Wi-Fi and Cellular connectivity for $799.99 shipped. Available in Gold, Silver and Space Gray. As a price comparison, Apple charges $1,079 for the same exact model and $799 for the entry-level 32GB Wi-Fi configuration. To put that price analysis in perspective, you’re getting four times as much storage and the ability to use cellular data for a $1 premium. It features a 2732-by-2048 (264 ppi) Retina display, Smart Connector, Apple Pencil support, four speaker audio and more.

Use (some of) your savings to buy a highly-rated protective case with auto sleep/wake functionality for just $12 Prime shipped.

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Mophie is today launching a new line of wireless Juice Pack products for iPhone that add wireless charging capabilities to the previous lineup of popular battery cases.

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Building smartphone connectivity into common home goods like a lightbulb was always a natural play. Philips was the first to successfully take it mainstream with its line of Hue products. Since then, others have followed suit as Apple’s HomeKit has developed into a viable service. For some, the problem of paying a significant upcharge for this capability is too difficult to overcome. Another issue is that consumers might prefer a certain style of bulb, Edison for example, which is not readily available with smart functionality.

That’s where iDevices comes in. The clever brand behind a variety of smartphone products has now released a new add-on that sits between your existing light socket and bulb to add this functionality to nearly any light. Appropriately named, Socket is HomeKit compatible and is available for pre-order today…

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After both eBay and Best Buy launched Memorial Day sales this morning, it’s time for Belkin to get in on the action. The accessories maker is offering 30% off on purchases of $100 or more (before shipping) from now through Monday, May 30th using code SUMMER30 at checkout.

One immediate standout is the Belkin Valet Charge Dock for Apple Watch + iPhone which is listed at $129.99, but drops to $90.99 shipped using the above promo code. That’s nearly $40 off the regular listing it still fetches at all retailers including Apple. This is the first notable discount we have seen on the dual Valet model. It features an integrated charger for Apple Watch using auto-alignment magnets, an adjustable lightning connector for iPhone and is compatible with “iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, Apple Watch, Apple Watch Sport, Apple Watch Edition.” You’ll find even more details in the video below or in our full hands-on review. Anf if you;re just interested in the Apple Watch side of it, that version can be had for $20 off right now via eBay. 

More Top Picks From the Sale:

• Thunderbolt 2 Express Dock HD with Cable $210 (Reg. $300)
• NetCam HD+ Wi-Fi Camera with Night Vision $91 (Reg. $130)
• …and even more…

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On my recent trip to San Francisco, I realized that I had forgotten to bring my iPhone wall charger. It wasn’t the end of the world because I had a selection of other phones with me, but I had some key info — like boarding passes etc. — on my iPhone, and I needed to charge it.

Grabbing a new charger would only take $20 and a trip to the local convenience store, but I realized that I had a portable charger in my backpack — one with a Lightning port and plenty of juice to power up my phone. I ended up going a full four days using nothing but the Olala 13000mAh portable battery charger for my energy needs…

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Poetic offers some of the best prices around on its new iPad Pro cases  with four styles for both the 9.7-inch and 12.9-inch iPad models now starting at just $7.95.

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Amazon offers the Roku Streaming Stick (2016 Model) for $39.99 Prime shipped. (Also now at Best Buy, B&H, ect. ) That’s $10 off the regular sale price and the lowest we’ve seen since its release.

It has a quad-core processor that’s 8 times faster than its predecessor, a free mobile app for iOS and Android with voice search and you get access to Amazon instant video, VUDU, Netflix, Hulu, Google Play, and more. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 100 Amazon customers. 

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Electronics valley (99.6% Positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals offers Apple’s 12.9-inch iPad Pro 32GB in all colors for $639.99 with free shipping. That’s $159.01 below list, around $10 below our previous mention and the current best available. It features a large 12.9-inch 2732 x 2048 Retina display, Smart Connector and Apple Pencil support.

Use your savings to grab some accessories for your new iPad Pro like Logitech’s CREATE Bluetooth Keyboard, which we positively reviewed here.

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